Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Grand View Christian School
About the School
- Grand View Christian School in Des Moines, IA offers co–ed education for grades PK through 12 in a suburban community setting.
- The school enrolls 706 students with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 supported by 40 teachers.
- Approximately 23% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
- Grand View Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for having one of the largest student enrollments.
- The school operates under an Other religious affiliation and serves families seeking PK–12 private schooling in the Des Moines suburban area.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Grand View Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
706 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 16%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Grand View Christian School often compared to?
Grand View Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Joshua Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Grand View Christian School's ranking?
Grand View Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Grand View Christian School?
The application deadline for Grand View Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Grand View Christian School vs. Joshua Christian Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to Grand View Christian School is One School Global Des Moines Campus (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Joseph Elementary School (2.2 miles away)
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Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 42 students
4111 Hubbell Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-5065
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students
Catholic
2107 E 33rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-3433
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1425 Copper Creek Dr.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 262-3838
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Catholic
1265 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 262-8025
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 42 students
4111 Hubbell Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-5065
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: 9-12
Sports: 5
Christian
4801 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 350-4008
Distance: 6.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 509 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
1604 West 1st St
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 965-8114
Distance: 8.1 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
Christian
4665 72nd St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-9047
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 42 students
4111 Hubbell Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-5065
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students
Catholic
2107 E 33rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-3433
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Catholic
1265 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 262-8025
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
100 45th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 274-0453
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students
Catholic
2107 E 33rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-3433
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1425 Copper Creek Dr.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 262-3838
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
100 45th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 274-0453
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
225 SW Oralabor Road
Ankeny, IA 50023
(833) 905-3276
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 E. 29th Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8444
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8444
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 511 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
(Math: 46% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2820 E 24th St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8408
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8408
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4401 E 46th St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 262-3197
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 262-3197
2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2900 E 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8405
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8405
2.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 622 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8446
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8446
2.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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